MMORPG
Guild Wars
ArenaNet's 2005 original, refreshed by the 2025 Reforged update: pick eight skills from a dual-class deck, run campaigns with AI heroes or friends, and duel in structured PvP — all without a subscription.
Known forBuild a skill bar, outsmart the game
Guild Wars at a glance
- Type
- MMORPG
- Play on
- Windows
- Cost
- Buy to play
- Commitment
- Flexible sessions
Who Guild Wars is for
- Rewards planning over reflexes
- Your progress stays relevant
- A strong fantasy atmosphere
- Structured PvP on even footing
- Welcoming to solo adventurers
- Rich hand-crafted content
Know before you play
Its towns are social hubs but everything else is instanced, the visuals are from 2005, and no new story content is coming. It's a finished game, not a live one.
Guild Wars FAQ
What kind of game is Guild Wars?
Guild Wars is a MMORPG. ArenaNet's 2005 original, refreshed by the 2025 Reforged update: pick eight skills from a dual-class deck, run campaigns with AI heroes or friends, and duel in structured PvP — all without a subscription.
Is Guild Wars free to play?
Guild Wars's cost model: Buy to play.
What platforms can you play Guild Wars on?
Guild Wars is available on Windows.
Can you play Guild Wars solo?
Yes. Guild Wars is welcoming to solo players, and you can reach meaningful endgame goals on your own.
Does Guild Wars have PvP?
Yes. Guild Wars has a strong PvP scene, mostly in structured modes rather than forced open-world fights.
What should you know before playing Guild Wars?
Its towns are social hubs but everything else is instanced, the visuals are from 2005, and no new story content is coming. It's a finished game, not a live one.
What games are similar to Guild Wars?
If you like Guild Wars, try Guild Wars 2, The Elder Scrolls Online or Dungeons & Dragons Online.